Mastering Agile Estimating and Planning: A Step-by-Step Guide to Effective Project Management
Course Overview This comprehensive course is designed to equip participants with the skills and knowledge needed to master Agile estimating and planning. Through interactive lessons, hands-on projects, and real-world applications, participants will gain a deep understanding of Agile principles and practices, enabling them to effectively manage projects and deliver high-quality results.
Course Objectives - Understand the fundamentals of Agile estimating and planning
- Learn how to create accurate estimates and plans using Agile methodologies
- Develop skills in prioritizing and managing project backlogs
- Master techniques for effective sprint planning and execution
- Understand how to track and report project progress using Agile metrics
- Apply Agile principles to real-world projects and scenarios
Course Outline Module 1: Introduction to Agile Estimating and Planning
- Overview of Agile principles and methodologies
- Understanding the importance of estimating and planning in Agile
- Introduction to Agile estimating and planning techniques
Module 2: Agile Estimating Techniques
- Story Point Estimation
- T-Shirt Sizing
- Wideband Delphi Estimation
- Three-Point Estimation
- Expert Judgment
Module 3: Agile Planning Techniques
- Product Vision Board
- Product Roadmap
- Release Planning
- Sprint Planning
- Backlog Refinement
Module 4: Prioritizing and Managing Project Backlogs
- Understanding project backlogs and prioritization
- Techniques for prioritizing project backlogs
- Managing and refining project backlogs
- Using MoSCoW prioritization
- Kano Model
Module 5: Sprint Planning and Execution
- Understanding sprint planning and execution
- Techniques for effective sprint planning
- Managing and executing sprints
- Using Scrum boards and burn-down charts
- Daily Scrum and Sprint Review
Module 6: Tracking and Reporting Project Progress
- Understanding Agile metrics and reporting
- Techniques for tracking project progress
- Using burn-down charts and velocity
- Reporting project progress to stakeholders
- Retrospectives and continuous improvement
Module 7: Applying Agile Principles to Real-World Projects
- Case studies and group discussions
- Applying Agile principles to real-world scenarios
- Best practices and lessons learned
- Creating a personalized Agile plan
Course Features - Interactive and engaging lessons and activities
- Comprehensive coverage of Agile estimating and planning techniques
- Personalized learning experience with hands-on projects and real-world applications
- Up-to-date content and expert instructors
- Practical and actionable insights for effective project management
- Certification issued by The Art of Service upon completion
- Flexible learning with lifetime access and mobile accessibility
- Community-driven with discussion forums and group activities
- Gamification and progress tracking for a fun and engaging experience
Certificate of Completion Upon completing this course, participants will receive a Certificate of Completion issued by The Art of Service. This certificate demonstrates the participant's mastery of Agile estimating and planning techniques and their ability to apply them in real-world projects.,
- Understand the fundamentals of Agile estimating and planning
- Learn how to create accurate estimates and plans using Agile methodologies
- Develop skills in prioritizing and managing project backlogs
- Master techniques for effective sprint planning and execution
- Understand how to track and report project progress using Agile metrics
- Apply Agile principles to real-world projects and scenarios
Course Outline Module 1: Introduction to Agile Estimating and Planning
- Overview of Agile principles and methodologies
- Understanding the importance of estimating and planning in Agile
- Introduction to Agile estimating and planning techniques
Module 2: Agile Estimating Techniques
- Story Point Estimation
- T-Shirt Sizing
- Wideband Delphi Estimation
- Three-Point Estimation
- Expert Judgment
Module 3: Agile Planning Techniques
- Product Vision Board
- Product Roadmap
- Release Planning
- Sprint Planning
- Backlog Refinement
Module 4: Prioritizing and Managing Project Backlogs
- Understanding project backlogs and prioritization
- Techniques for prioritizing project backlogs
- Managing and refining project backlogs
- Using MoSCoW prioritization
- Kano Model
Module 5: Sprint Planning and Execution
- Understanding sprint planning and execution
- Techniques for effective sprint planning
- Managing and executing sprints
- Using Scrum boards and burn-down charts
- Daily Scrum and Sprint Review
Module 6: Tracking and Reporting Project Progress
- Understanding Agile metrics and reporting
- Techniques for tracking project progress
- Using burn-down charts and velocity
- Reporting project progress to stakeholders
- Retrospectives and continuous improvement
Module 7: Applying Agile Principles to Real-World Projects
- Case studies and group discussions
- Applying Agile principles to real-world scenarios
- Best practices and lessons learned
- Creating a personalized Agile plan
Course Features - Interactive and engaging lessons and activities
- Comprehensive coverage of Agile estimating and planning techniques
- Personalized learning experience with hands-on projects and real-world applications
- Up-to-date content and expert instructors
- Practical and actionable insights for effective project management
- Certification issued by The Art of Service upon completion
- Flexible learning with lifetime access and mobile accessibility
- Community-driven with discussion forums and group activities
- Gamification and progress tracking for a fun and engaging experience
Certificate of Completion Upon completing this course, participants will receive a Certificate of Completion issued by The Art of Service. This certificate demonstrates the participant's mastery of Agile estimating and planning techniques and their ability to apply them in real-world projects.,
- Interactive and engaging lessons and activities
- Comprehensive coverage of Agile estimating and planning techniques
- Personalized learning experience with hands-on projects and real-world applications
- Up-to-date content and expert instructors
- Practical and actionable insights for effective project management
- Certification issued by The Art of Service upon completion
- Flexible learning with lifetime access and mobile accessibility
- Community-driven with discussion forums and group activities
- Gamification and progress tracking for a fun and engaging experience